The 2012 Illinois College Homecoming 5K Run/4K Family Walk begins at 8:30 a.m. at the Ware Family Track outside of the Bruner Fitness and Recreation Center on Saturday, October 13.

The cost for participating in the family-friendly event is $15 for adults. Children are encouraged to join family members on the run or walk free of charge. Interested participants can pre-register for the race by calling 217.245.3046 or by downloading a registration form at www.ic.edu/homecoming20125K.

Official moisture wicking race t-shirts will be guaranteed to those who pre-register by Friday, September 28. Registration forms can be mailed to the Office of Development and Alumni Relations, 1101 West College Avenue, Jacksonville, Illinois 62650.

On-site registration will begin at 7:45 a.m. on the day of the race.

About Illinois College

Founded in 1829, Illinois College is a residential liberal arts college fostering academic excellence rooted in opportunities for experiential learning while preparing students for lifelong success. The college is located in Jacksonville, Ill. With an enrollment of more than 1,000 students, the college offers over 50 undergraduate programs and a Master of Arts in Education degree program. In 1932 the society of Phi Beta Kappa established a chapter at Illinois College, and it remains one of only 11 in the state.

Illinois College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association. Visit www.ic.edu or call 217-245-3149 for more information.